2020-2021 NFC College Catalog 4
Total Page:16
File Type:pdf, Size:1020Kb
College Catalog 2020-2021 Sentinels stand together. 2 NORTH FLORIDA COLLEGE 2020-2021 College Catalog This catalog is effective beginning Fall Semester 2020 325 NW Turner Davis Drive | Madison, Florida 32340 ADMISSIONS 850-973-1622 | [email protected] ACADEMIC ADVISING 850-973-1737 | [email protected] FINANCIAL AID 850-973-1674 | [email protected] CAREER AND WORKFORCE EDUCATION CENTER 850-973-9454 | [email protected] NFC FOUNDATION, INC. - SCHOLARSHIPS 850-973-9414 | [email protected] NFC.EDU North Florida College is dedicated to the concept of equal opportunity and access to all programs and activities. In accordance with federal and state laws, and College policy, NFC does not discriminate in any of its policies, procedures or practices on the basis of age, color, gender, sex, religion, ethnicity, national origin, race, marital status, genetic information, pregnancy, physical or mental disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Inquiries or complaints regarding equity issues of any nature may be directed to Denise Bell, Equity Coordinator, 325 NW Turner Davis Drive, Madison, FL 32340, Telephone 850-973-9481 or email [email protected]. 3 Welcome to NFC Dear Student: How can we help you? An institution of higher learning is a place where many questions are asked, but at North Florida College the most important question is this: How can we help you? At NFC, you will find exceptionally talented faculty and highly trained staff who are all motivated to help you get from where you are to John Grosskopf wherever you want to be. Regardless of what your dreams are, we are your college, and we can help you begin making those dreams realities. We can help you brush up on just a few skills needed at your current job, or we can help you prepare for an entirely new career. If your dreams include a university education, NFC can help you with that as well by providing fully transferable degrees. NFC will also help you feel comfortable as you follow your dreams. We are proud of our low student-teacher ratios. You will never be just a number here. You will learn in small, personal classes where your instructors know who you are and how to help you succeed. You will also work with dedicated staff members who can help you apply for financial aid and scholarships and advise you on how to develop and follow an academic plan to get you to where you want to be. So don’t hesitate to dream. North Florida College is a small campus with big possibilities, and we are ready to help you realize your dreams one step at a time. I personally invite you to drop us a line, send us an email, or give us a call. When you’re ready, let us know how we can help you achieve your dreams. Sentinels stand together. Sincerely, John Grosskopf President North Florida College 2020-2021 NFC College Catalog 4 Table of Contents Campus Directory ....................................................................................................... 6-7 Academic Calendar .........................................................................................................8 General Information .......................................................................................................9 Accreditation ............................................................................................................10 Mission Statement ....................................................................................................10 Vision Statement ......................................................................................................10 History ....................................................................................................................10 The Campus ............................................................................................................11 Special Facilities .......................................................................................................12 Memberships ...........................................................................................................14 Enrollment Services ......................................................................................................15 Admissions ..............................................................................................................16 Testing ....................................................................................................................20 Academic Advising ....................................................................................................21 Registrar | Records | Registration ..............................................................................22 Graduation Requirements ..........................................................................................25 Fees and Financial Aid ..................................................................................................28 General Information .................................................................................................29 Fees ........................................................................................................................29 Estimated Cost of Attending NFC ...............................................................................30 Residency Requirements for Tuition Purposes .............................................................31 Refunds ...................................................................................................................31 Repayment of Federal Grant Funds ............................................................................31 Student Financial Assistance......................................................................................32 Types of Financial Aid Available .................................................................................33 Grants .....................................................................................................................33 Tuition Payment Plan ................................................................................................34 Scholarships .............................................................................................................35 Student Services...........................................................................................................36 Learning Resources ..................................................................................................37 Disability Resource Center (DRC) ...............................................................................37 Veterans’ Affairs .......................................................................................................38 Student Support Services (SSS) .................................................................................41 Student Activities ....................................................................................................42 Student Handbook ...................................................................................................46 Student Rights and Responsibilities ...........................................................................46 Additional Information (Student Email | Student ID Cards | Student Counseling) ...........58 Notification of Social Security Number Collection and Use ........................................... 60 Parking ....................................................................................................................61 Campus Security ......................................................................................................63 Title IX Procedures ...................................................................................................64 Academics ....................................................................................................................86 Academic Regulations ...............................................................................................87 Grade Point System ..................................................................................................90 Academic Honors .....................................................................................................92 General Education Philosophy ....................................................................................94 Programs of Study ........................................................................................................96 Bachelor of Science Degree (B.S.) ...................................................................97 Bachelor of Science in Nursing - BSN .............................................................98 Associate in Arts Degree (A.A. Degree) ..........................................................103 General Education Requirements for the Associate in Arts Degree ..................104 5 Table of Contents Associate in Science Degree (A.S. Degree) .....................................................108 Accounting Technology (A.S. Degree) ..........................................................109 Business Administration (A.S. Degree) .........................................................112 Criminal Justice Technology (A.S. Degree) ....................................................115 Emergency Medical Services .......................................................................117 Engineering Technology ..............................................................................118 Registered Nursing - RN .............................................................................121